Melania Trump expressed her genuine feelings about the visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla with a concise three-word statement. The royal couple’s arrival in Washington DC on Monday marked the start of their three-day visit to the United States, where they were warmly welcomed by US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at the iconic South Portico of the White House.

Despite a shooting incident in Washington DC on Saturday night, Buckingham Palace confirmed the state visit would proceed as planned. The incident involved Cole Allen, 31, who faced charges related to an attempt to assassinate the president and firearm offenses following an incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The King expressed great relief that President Trump was unharmed.

The royal visit continued with the planned itinerary, albeit with minor adjustments. The President and First Lady greeted the royals with smiles and hospitality, followed by a tea session and a garden party where they mingled with guests including Team GB diver Tom Daley.

During the meeting outside the White House, a lip reader disclosed Melania Trump’s cordial exchange with King Charles, where she expressed her delight about the state visit in a simple three-word statement. As the couples posed for photos before heading inside for tea, an incident where President Trump tapped the King on the shoulder, breaking royal protocol, was noted. Despite the breach, the gesture was viewed as a sign of affection and potentially a political gesture.

The King is scheduled to address the US Congress, becoming the second monarch to do so after his mother in 1991. Both the King and President Trump will deliver speeches at a dinner, and the King will also visit the 9/11 memorial to meet first responders and victims’ families. The visit will conclude with a formal goodbye to the Trumps before the royal couple heads to Bermuda, where the King serves as head of state.